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Morningstar Ethernet MeterBus Converter (EMC-1)
Model: EMC-1 · SKU: EMC-1
Prepared Nov 12, 2026

Common specifications
| Device type | Ethernet MeterBus converter: Morningstar MeterBus (RJ-11) to Ethernet (RJ-45)Source [1] |
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| Communications | HTTP; SNMP; MODBUSSource [1] |
| Supported devices | TriStar MPPT, ProStar MPPT and SunSaver MPPT controllers; TriStar and ProStar (Gen3) controllers; SureSine Classic inverterSource [1] |
| Ports | MeterBus (RJ-11); Ethernet (RJ-45), 10/100Base-TSource [1] |
| Display | Not documented |
| Power input | Powered via the controller's MeterBus port or a DC input, 8-80 VdcSource [1] |
| Mounting | 35 mm DIN railSource [1] |
| Enclosure | Not documented |
| Operating temperature | |
| Weight | |
| Dimensions | |
| Enclosure volume | 0.39 L** Calculated from recorded external dimensions |
| Warranty term | 5 yearsSource [1] |
All recorded specifications
| Communications | HTTP; SNMP; MODBUSDocumented claim ConditionsPrinted as "Supports HTTP, SNMP and MODBUS protocols". Location: PDF page 1, features Printed as "Supports HTTP, SNMP and MODBUS protocols". Location: PDF page 1, features |
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| Device type | Ethernet MeterBus converter: Morningstar MeterBus (RJ-11) to Ethernet (RJ-45)Documented claim ConditionsPrinted as "The Ethernet MeterBus Converter (model: EMC-1) provides the data and communications connection for Morningstar devices, between themselves, with surrounding systems, and with the outside environment through the internet." and "The EMC-1 converts this connection into a fully enabled Ethernet port allowing data transfer to the internet." Location: PDF page 1, description Printed as "The Ethernet MeterBus Converter (model: EMC-1) provides the data and communications connection for Morningstar devices, between themselves, with surrounding systems, and with the outside environment through the internet." and "The EMC-1 converts this connection into a fully enabled Ethernet port allowing data transfer to the internet." Location: PDF page 1, description |
| Dimensions | 153 D × 86 D × 30 D mm6.02 D × 3.4 D × 1.2 D in convertedCalculated15.3 x 8.60 x 3.0 cm x 10 mm/cm = 153 x 86 x 30 mm ConditionsPrinted as "Dimensions 15.3 x 8.60 x 3.0 cm 6.04 x 3.37 x 1.2 in"; no axes are named, so the figures are kept in printed order. Location: PDF page 2, Mechanical, Dimensions Printed as "Dimensions 15.3 x 8.60 x 3.0 cm 6.04 x 3.37 x 1.2 in"; no axes are named, so the figures are kept in printed order. Location: PDF page 2, Mechanical, Dimensions |
| Mounting | 35 mm DIN railDocumented claim ConditionsPrinted as "8. DIN rail mounts (bottom of unit) 35mm standard size". Location: PDF page 2, unit diagram, item 8 Printed as "8. DIN rail mounts (bottom of unit) 35mm standard size". Location: PDF page 2, unit diagram, item 8 |
| Operating temperature | -40 to 60 °C-40 to 140 °F convertedDocumented claim ConditionsPrinted as "Operating Temperature Range –40°C to +60°C". Location: PDF page 2, Environmental, Operating Temperature Range Printed as "Operating Temperature Range –40°C to +60°C". Location: PDF page 2, Environmental, Operating Temperature Range |
| Ports | MeterBus (RJ-11); Ethernet (RJ-45), 10/100Base-TDocumented claim ConditionsPrinted as "Communication Protocols and Ports: MorningStar MeterBus (RJ-11) MODBUS Serial (RJ-11) MODBUS IP (RJ-45) HTTP (RJ-45) SNMP (RJ-45) • Ethernet speed: 10/100Base-T". Location: PDF page 2, Data & Communications Printed as "Communication Protocols and Ports: MorningStar MeterBus (RJ-11) MODBUS Serial (RJ-11) MODBUS IP (RJ-45) HTTP (RJ-45) SNMP (RJ-45) • Ethernet speed: 10/100Base-T". Location: PDF page 2, Data & Communications |
| Power input | Powered via the controller's MeterBus port or a DC input, 8-80 VdcDocumented claim ConditionsPrinted as "Powered via MeterBus port on controller or DC Input for 12, 24 or 48V systems" and "DC Input Supply Voltage Range 8-80 Vdc". Location: PDF page 1, features; PDF page 2, Electrical Printed as "Powered via MeterBus port on controller or DC Input for 12, 24 or 48V systems" and "DC Input Supply Voltage Range 8-80 Vdc". Location: PDF page 1, features; PDF page 2, Electrical |
| Self-consumption (W) | 2 WDocumented claim ConditionsPrinted as "Maximum Self-consumption 2 Watts". Location: PDF page 2, Electrical, Maximum Self-consumption Printed as "Maximum Self-consumption 2 Watts". Location: PDF page 2, Electrical, Maximum Self-consumption |
| Supported devices | TriStar MPPT, ProStar MPPT and SunSaver MPPT controllers; TriStar and ProStar (Gen3) controllers; SureSine Classic inverterDocumented claim ConditionsPrinted as "Compatible Morningstar products include: • MPPT controllers: TriStar MPPT, ProStar MPPT, and SunSaver MPPT • PWM controllers: TriStar, ProStar (Gen3) • SureSine Classic inverter". Location: PDF page 1, description Printed as "Compatible Morningstar products include: • MPPT controllers: TriStar MPPT, ProStar MPPT, and SunSaver MPPT • PWM controllers: TriStar, ProStar (Gen3) • SureSine Classic inverter". Location: PDF page 1, description |
| Weight | 0.13 kg0.29 lb convertedCalculated0.13 kg as printed ConditionsPrinted as "Weight 0.13 kg / 0.28 lbs" (written in kg). Location: PDF page 2, Mechanical, Weight Printed as "Weight 0.13 kg / 0.28 lbs" (written in kg). Location: PDF page 2, Mechanical, Weight |
Warranty
| Warranty term | 5 yearsDocumented claim ConditionsPrinted once as "Warranty Five year warranty period.". The datasheet prints no further terms. Location: PDF page 2, Warranty Printed once as "Warranty Five year warranty period.". The datasheet prints no further terms. Location: PDF page 2, Warranty |
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Certificate records
No records documented.
Sources and revisions
- Morningstar Ethernet MeterBus Converter datasheet (MS-001964 Rev DS-EN 05/2022) (November 2, 2026 capture)Official datasheet · Revision MS-001964 Rev DS-EN 05/2022 · Checked https://www.morningstarcorp.com/wp-content/uploads/datasheet-ethernet-meterbus-converter-en.pdf